JC Penney postponing store closures

JC Penney is postponing the liquidation sales and closures of 138 stores across the U.S.

The retailer announced earlier this year that it would close 138 stores, including four in Ohio, but now they are pushing back the closure dates. CNBC reported that the store closure list has prompted customers to come in and shop.

The store nearest to Dayton on the list is located in St. Mary’s Square shopping center in St. Mary’s. The struggling department store retailer also plans to close stores in Ohio at New Towne Mall in New Philadelphia; Richmond Town Square in Richmond Heights; and Findlay Village Mall in Findlay.

About 5,000 workers will lose their jobs. JC Penney will continue to operate almost 900 stores.